1994 Citroen AX vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lotus Excel weights approximately 509 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lotus Excel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lotus Excel (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX. 1986 Lotus Excel has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lotus Excel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | AX | Excel |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
